Dee Snider Blames Bruce Dickinson for Failed Comeback Attempt
Key Takeaways Inspiration Source: Dee Snider cited Bruce Dickinson’s conversation as a major influence on his comeback attempt. Health Concerns: Snider revealed he faced unexpected health issues, including a heart condition, before his surgery. Family Influence: His family urged him…
’80s Metal Big 4 Bands You Need to Know
These are our selections for the “Big 4” bands (and artists) of 1980s metal. A specific type of metal is responsible for the term Big 4, which originally described the four groups considered the foundation of thrash: Metallica, Slayer, Anthrax,…
BTS Addresses Fan Questions Before ‘Arirang’ Album Release
Key Takeaways BTS is engaging with fans by answering questions from various online platforms. The upcoming album Arirang represents a significant milestone for the group post-military service. Members reflect on their growth and changes in music style over the years….
Famous Rock Stars Whose Solo Careers Did Not Succeed
Many famous rockers have embarked on solo careers, only to have their bold decision quickly flop. The grass isn’t always greener, and below we’ve highlighted 18 artists who learned that the hard way. Breaking out of a successful and established…
Grunge Band of Keanu Reeves Launches New Album and Tour Dates
The grunge band Dogstar, featuring Keanu Reeves, is set to release a new album and tour the U.S. this May. The band revealed details about their fourth full-length album and upcoming tour on social media earlier today (March 6). Key…
The Veronicas Perform Sombr’s ’12 to 12′ on triple j’s Like A Version
Key Takeaways Performance Highlight: The Veronicas covered sombr’s track “12 to 12” for triple j’s Like A Version. Song Selection: The duo praised the song’s structure and melody, showcasing their appreciation for pop craftsmanship. Milestone Moment: This performance marked The…
Luther Vandross Deserves a Place in the Rock Hall of Fame
Luther Vandross was many things. An expressive, technically gifted vocalist, he won eight Grammy awards, including song of the year, and once scored a remarkable 11 consecutive RIAA-certified platinum albums. He was named one of music’s greatest singers by Rolling…
2026 Vans Warped Tour Announces 56 Bands This Week
The Vans Warped Tour lineups are getting close to full at this point for 2026. It was previously announced that the revival of the Warped Tour would expand to five cities in 2026, so let’s take a closer look at…
Billboard Staff Ranks and Reacts to Top Hits
Harry Styles released his new album ‘Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally,’ and Billboard staff members gathered to discuss their reactions to Billboard’s rankings of the album, along with their personal opinions and rankings. Kyle Denis: Mr. Styles, you are…
Steve Vai Shreds Van Halen ‘Jump’ Remix for 2026 World Cup
Van Halen’s “Jump” has received a star-studded, genre-bending reinvention as the Coca‑Cola Anthem for FIFA World Cup 2026, courtesy of Colombian pop star J Balvin and singer-songwriter Amber Mark, with additional performances from guitarist Steve Vai and Blink-182 drummer Travis…
Lamb of God Carves Out Space for Randy Blythe’s Voice
The guitarist of Lamb of God, Mark Morton, attributes the band’s musical evolution over the past 30 years to one main factor: They learned to better accommodate singer Randy Blythe while writing songs. Morton and Blythe discuss the band’s updated…
Justin Herbert Credits Girlfriend Madison Beer with Life Change
Key Highlights Birthday Wishes: Justin Herbert shared a heartfelt birthday message for Madison Beer. Public Appearances: The couple has been spotted together at various events since August. New Album: Madison’s latest album, Locket, debuted at No. 10 on the Billboard…